Center for Young Women's HealthKicking off our “How Safe Is It?” Feature Teens and parents often wonder how safe something is. We understand that with so much information in the media, it can be … read more
Articles Tagged: safety tips
I just saw the movie Fifty Shades of Grey – is the kind of relationship the two main characters have healthy?
No! Fifty Shades (both the book and movie) is full of examples of emotional abuse, including stalking (Christian uses a phone and computer to track and follow Anastasia), intimidation (Christian’s … read more
Staying safe: Test your relationship
Check your relationship (with a friend or person you are dating) to see if it’s healthy!
How do I deal with an unsafe relationship?
Relationships can be loving and supportive, but sometimes they can become complicated, and even unsafe. Take this quiz to find out how to identify and address an unsafe relationship.
Am I street smart?
It’s always good to be conscious of safety when out and about. Take our quiz about how to handle situations to test your street smarts!
Safety in Relationships
During your teen years, you will have many kinds of relationships, both friendships and those that are dating relationships. Most of the time, these are fun, exciting, and healthy, and … read more
Indoor Tanning
You probably know that too much sun exposure can be harmful to your skin and may lead to wrinkles and skin cancer, but what about indoor tanning? Since you’re not … read more
Bike Safety
Biking is an environmentally friendly way to get around cities and towns and a fun way to get your daily exercise. You just need to remember to follow the rules … read more
My mom is trying to get me to break up with my boyfriend, but I don’t want to. What should I do?
My mom is trying to get me to break up with my boyfriend, but I still like him a lot. Should I get over him or can I stay with … read more
Backpack Safety
Most students look forward to picking out their backpacks because there are so many different colors and designs to choose from. Your backpack may express your style, but does it … read more